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Bold Intervention on a Provoking Steep Site: Waiatarua House in New Zealand

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Waiatarua House in Auckland, New Zealand was developed by Hamish Monk Architecture on a provoking steep site. One of the design challenges was to insert a bold intervention into a sensitive bush reserve whilst still maintaining a sense of modesty. Architecture Waiatarua House' Photography by Mark Smith ].

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Distinctive Seatoun Heights House With Breathtaking Harbor Views in New Zealand

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Seatoun Heights House sits on a steep site above Seatoun Heights Road, New Zealand, perched above the harbor. The post Distinctive Seatoun Heights House With Breathtaking Harbor Views in New Zealand appeared first on Freshome.com. Architecture Seatoun Heights House'

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New Zealand Residence Embraces Its Industrial Roots

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Max Capocaccia took on the challenge of designing Kingswood House , a family residence in Lyttelton, New Zealand. This led the design team to keep the original shape of the building, reinterpreting the structure and cladding material.” The upper level was designed as a welcoming refuge for daily living.

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Fascinating Nature Escape in New Zealand: Annandale Seascape Cottage

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Annandale Seascape Cottage was designed by the architectural firm Pattersons on the edge of the peninsula Banks in New Zealand. The post Fascinating Nature Escape in New Zealand: Annandale Seascape Cottage appeared first on Freshome.com.

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Large Decks and Spectacular Views: McLaren House in New Zealand

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This two-storey private residence designed by ArcHaus Architects in Auckland, New Zealand was especially planned for a couple who often receives visits from their extended family. The main building offers extensive views towards Tamaki Strait and out to Rangitoto and Waiheke Island in New Zealand.

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New Zealand Residence Alternating Open and Enclosed Spaces: Freeman’s Bay Home

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Dorrington Atcheson Architects completed the design and development of Freeman’s Bay Home , an inspiring contemporary family retreat located in Auckland, New Zealand: “This new build in the heritage suburb of Freeman’s Bay is a composition of concrete, steel and glass that gives a handshake to the past.

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New Zealand Holiday Retreat Exhibiting a Clear Geometry: The Rutherford House

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Challenged to develop a residence that would victoriously face the cold winters and hot summers in Taupo Tauranga, New Zealand, Dorrington Architects created the Rutherford House. Architecture modern architecture Rutherford House' Do you think this home makes for a welcoming holiday retreat?